Youth Services & The Workforce Investment Act

If you’re looking for a job or want to finish your education, you’re at the right place!

The federal Workforce Investment Act (WIA) offers a comprehensive range of services to benefit job seekers. Many of these services are geared toward helping youth ages 14-21, who have encountered barriers in life, fulfill their dreams. Participating in these programs will help you find a job or finish your education . . . at no cost to you.

ELIGIBILITY

Youth Services are available at no cost, for those who qualify. You must meet all of the following five requirements to qualify.

Are you:

Between the ages of 14-21

Low-Income

. . . And meet one of these seven barriers:

Deficient in basic literacy skills

School dropout

Foster child, homeless or runaway

Pregnant or a parent

Offender

A U.S. citizen

For men – registered for Selective Service

If you answered yes to these questions, you may qualify for a youth training program under the Workforce Investment Act (WIA). To find out more information, view the full WIA Guidelines or contact your local Workforce Center and ask to speak with your local Youth Services Representative.

RESOURCES

In addition to the WIA Youth Services Program, there are likely local government centers in your area which can provide employment and training related services to all job seekers. No matter what your employment requirements are, there are resources to meet your individual needs.